The International Olympic Committee and Saudi Arabia have canceled a 12-year deal for the kingdom to host the Olympic Esports Games, the IOC announced Thursday. The inaugural competition originally was planned for 2025 before being postponed to 2027. "Recently, the two parties (IOC and Saudi Olympic Committee) and the Esports World Cup Foundation sat down again and reviewed this initiative," the IOC statement read. "They mutually agreed that they will end their cooperation on the Olympic Esports

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The 1992 Barcelona Olympics torch lighting remains one of the most unforgettable moments in Olympic history! Instead of the usual hand-to-torch ceremony, Paralympic archer Antonio Rebollo stood before a roaring crowd and fired a flaming arrow over the cauldron - igniting it in midair. The arrow’s flight, arching through the night sky, symbolized precision, unity, and creativity — perfectly capturing the spirit of the Games. It became one of the most iconic openings ever seen, blending sport and